Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Recipe

Step 1

For the breadcrumbs:

Step 2

Toast the panko breadcrumbs in the olive oil in a pan set over medium heat. Cook low and slow until golden brown.

Step 3

For the spaghetti:

Step 4

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 5

Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions. Be sure to cook your pasta to al dente.

Step 6

While the pasta is cooking, start the garlic and oil sugo: Add the garlic and oil to a pan and toast over medium-low heat until golden brown. When the garlic is nice and golden, add the red pepper and chopped parsley. Add a couple of spoons of pasta water to the pan of garlic.

Step 7

Drain the spaghetti and add it to the sauce and toss it all to bring it all together. Top with toasted breadcrumbs, season with salt and pepper, and serve.